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Fat to protein ratio

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  • June 27, 2014 at 11:57 am #45458 Report Abuse
    Melinda W
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    What is the significance of the fat to protein ratio? What is considered a “bad” ratio?

    February 8, 2015 at 1:01 am #66068 Report Abuse
    RethaCarole
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    Hi Melinda,

    To calculate the ratio, you divide the fat content by the protein content. From what I have read, 50% to 70% is deemed acceptable.

    Retha

    February 8, 2015 at 9:55 am #66076 Report Abuse
    theBCnut
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    The “ideal” ratio is 50%, which basically means the food gets the same amount of calories from fat as from protein. Some dogs do better on higher fat and some need lower, but if the fat is too high then the dogs caloric needs may be met before it’s protein needs are met.

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